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ST. MARTHA PARISH AUGUST 31 / SEPTEMBER 1, 2019

1100 W. GRAND RIVER AVENUE, OKEMOS MI 48864 517-349-1763 WWW.ST-MARTHA.ORG

Father David,

You have served the Lord and

Saint Martha with gladness -

tirelessly, faithfully, and with

compassion for us, His flock.

Now, as you begin the next

chapter in your life, we pray

that God continues to richly

bless and watch over you.

May you always feel the

grace, love, and joy that you

have brought to our lives.

Please join us in the Hall after all Masses this weekend for a Celebration Reception

to express our gratitude to Father David, and to wish him a fond farewell for now.

Cake, desserts, and beverages including coffee and water will be served.

V. 32 No. 35 August 31 / September 1, 2019 Twenty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

Parish Staff Father Mike Murray, Pastor [email protected]

Father David Hudgins, in Residence [email protected]

Deacon Carl Boehlert [email protected]

Deacon John Finn [email protected]

Don Morgan, Director of Operations [email protected]

IvyLynn Olson, Administrative Assistant [email protected]

Jackie Rosalez, Faith Formation Director [email protected]

Jarrid Thelen, Youth and Young Adult Ministries Director [email protected]

Michael Garnett, Music Director [email protected]

Sister Pat Newhouse, S.C., Senior Ministry [email protected]

Sister Anita Parks, S.C., Service Ministry [email protected]

Ministry Leaders Knights of Columbus Jim Ault, Grand Knight

St. Vincent de Paul Al Kearney, President

Council of Catholic Women Beth Buiocchi, President

Parish Pastoral Council Jim Collom, Chair

Finance Council Mary Doster, Chair

Evangelization Committee Heidi Burkhardt, Chair

Education Commission Jackie Rosalez

Formed: Free Catholic content for all ages, to help you grow in your faith! Visit www.stmartha.formed.org and click on Register Now to access hundreds or free resources including movies, cartoons, learning series, books, audio recordings, articles, short presentations on the Sacraments, and more!

Intercessory Prayers: We Pray For All Who …

are Sick, Especially:

and Those Serving in our Armed Forces, Especially:

We humbly offer these prayers

in the name of Your Son, our Lord, Jesus Christ.

Please notify us if you have lost a loved one so that we can add their soul and your family to our Prayer list.

Don and Michelle Allen Peter Allen

Thomas R. Arrington Pat Bailey

Charles Bethke Dennis Bill

Sarah Blackburn Matthew Boersma

Marian Bolus Joe Burzych

Pat Calore Bommarito Marie Carrion Steven Carrion

Bill Cleary Mark Cook Jan Cupry

Anne Curtin Adam Dec

Sister Judy Dowd Susan Dunham Robby Duniec Jean Eggleston

Gilbert Elias John Paul Erford

Rosemary Evolino Judy Fehrenbach

Joseph Fink Carol Giacin Lindsay Gibb Maeve Gibb

Tammy Giddings Marisol Gonzales-Valdes

Jim Gregg Sister Cheryl Grenier, SC

Howard Grider Valerie Grondin

Bill Hagan David Hammond

Phyllis Harless Ralph Hepp

Grace Hoffer Rebecca Johnson

Lynn Jones John Kimball

Mary Lou Klingshirn Mary Krohn

Deacon Kenton Kurth Todd Lamb

Ed and Marge Larson Paul Loconto Linda Logue

Amanda Lyons Jeannette Macdonald Madeline Mahoney

Patricia Marrack Luke Martin

Joseph Martyka Kathryn Mason

Ben Mazur Gilbert McCaughna

Michael McLeod Gail McNeely

Robert McNeely Mary McPhee Terry Meece Isiah Mimms

Lorah Mowatt Leonardo Novis Derick Nusbaum Steve R. O’Brien

Tom Parker Sister Marie Pauline

Bob Pero Bob Pendergast

Cindy Pendergast Bob and Pat Pichey

Kevin Pixley Barb Poole Kay Pratt

Judy Pressick Rich Przystas Jim Ralph, Jr. Jim Ralph, Sr.

Tom Ralph Sarah Richards

Jamie Riley Cecilia Roccos Jeffrey Rostek Joanne Roth Carol Jeanne

Schaberg Joe Shank Inga Smith Ray Steele

Sharon Strus Kathy Talsma

Sue Thelen Wayne Thelen

Sharon Theroux Ellessia Thomas Gene Tilmann

Don Treltel Mary Ann Vargas

Buddy Ward Lisa Wheeler

Teresa Marie Wyatt Gisela Yasson Jean Zubiena

P.F.C. Perry Edgell Sasebo, Japan

Marine L.Cpl. Christopher LaViolette Kuwait

http://www.formed.org

St. Martha Parish 1100 W. Grand River Avenue, Okemos MI 48864 517-349-1763 www.st-martha.org

Masses, Daily Readings, and Feast Days September 2 through 8

Monday, September 2 - Weekday; Labor Day NO Mass

Tuesday, September 3 - Saint Gregory the Great, Pope and Doctor of the Church

Readings: I Thessalonians 5:1-6, 9-11 / Luke 4:31-37 8:30 am Mass +Bob Rutherford (Father Mike)

Wednesday, September 4 - Weekday Readings: Colossians 1:1-8 / Luke 4:38-44 6 pm Mass +Elaine Moran (Father Mike)

Thursday, September 5 - Weekday Saint Teresa of Calcutta Readings: Colossians 1:9-14 / Luke 5:1-11 8:30 am School Mass +Jack Strahan (Father Mike)

Friday, September 6 - Weekday Readings: Colossians 1:15-20 / Luke 5:33-39 8:30 am Mass +Peter Fugazzi (Father Mike)

Saturday, September 7 - 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Vigil

(Daytime) Blessed Virgin Mary Readings: Wisdom 9:13-18b / Philemon 9-10, 12-17 / Luke 14:25-33 5 pm Mass +Cathy, +Greg, and +Tony Massa (Father Mike)

Sunday, September 8 - 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Readings: Wisdom 9:13-18b / Philemon 9-10, 12-17 / Luke 14:25-33 8 am Mass In Loving Memory of +Bob Ferrigan (Father

Mike) 10 am Mass Special Intentions for the family of Somaya

Siminski (Father Mike) 5 pm Mass All People of Saint Martha Parish (Father Mike)

Meet the Saints: This Week’s Feasts & Memorials

Learn More: www.catholic.org/saints ww.formed.org Gregory the Great: 540 to 03/12/604; Canonized upon death by popular acclaim and Declared a Doctor of the Church 1298; Patronage musicians, singers, students, and teachers; Father of Gregorian Chant

Teresa of Calcutta: 08/26/1910 to 09/05/1997; Canonized 09/04/2016; Patronage Missionaries of Charity; World Youth Day; (co-patron) Archdiocese of Calcutta

Blessed Virgin Mary: Saturday daytime Masses are designated as memorials to the Blessed Virgin Mary, unless there is another major feast day

Liturgical Servers September 7/8

23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

Saturday 5 pm Sacristan: M. Goldynia Lectors: C. Flammini, S. Peters. J. Matuszak Altar Servers: 3 Volunteers

Sunday 8 am Sacristans: L. and C. Kendall Lectors: 1 Volunteer, M. Fletcher, S. O’Dea Altar Servers: A. Collom, M. Elias, 1 Volunteer

Sunday 10 am Sacristans: T. and J. Smelser Lectors: M. Loughlin-Krusky, O. Obinwanne, R. Styka Altar Servers: E. Heath, C. and S. Smelser, 1 Volunteer

Sunday 5 pm Sacristan: D. Hunter Lectors: D. McAlvey, I. Stines, J. Thelen Altar Servers: B. and N. Yun, 1 Volunteer

Communion to Homebound

September 7/8 ICMCF B. and F. Sorber, A. Rosalez

Brookdale Wynwood, Medilodge K. Mills

Homebound and Bickford Sister Pat

Brookdale Memory Care, Home Sweet Home, Homebound, Willows of Okemos Sister Anita

Altar Flowers

August 31 / September 1

2 arrangements available

September 7/8

Happy Anniversary, Ed and Marie-Therese Stines! from Ingrid Stines

In Honor of Our Lady’s birthday, from our CCW

To sponsor Flowers, please contact the Parish Office during business hours.


Other Offerings - Monday, 09/02 through Sunday, 09/015

Visit www.st-martha.org for more details on these and other great Parish services and events!

Mon., 09/02 Labor Day

Parish and School Closed

No Reconciliation Or Rosary

6:30 pm Evangelization Committee Meeting

7:30 pm Men’s Pick Up Basketball

Tue., 09/03 8 am First Day of Preschool

After Mass Reconciliation Until all are heard (Father Mike)

9 am Holy Hour of Reparation Rosary

Saint

Gregory the Great,

Pray for Us

Wed., 09/04 9 am Staff Prayer

5:30 pm Rosary

then 5:45 pm Our Mother of Perpetual Help Devotions

6:30 pm Eucharistic Adoration


7:30 pm Benediction

Thu., 09/05 After Mass Reconciliation Until all are heard (Father Mike)

9:30 am Rosary

6 pm Communication Committee Meeting

7 pm Choir Rehearsal

Regional Mom’s Group

Saint Teresa of Calcutta,

Pray for Us

Fri., 09/06 After Mass Reconciliation Until all are heard (Father Mike)

9 am Rosary

First Friday Coffee and Donuts

Sat., 09/07 7:30 am Upper Room Men’s Prayer Group

3:30 - 4:30 pm Reconciliation (Father Mike)

Blessed

Virgin Mary, Pray for Us

Sun., 09/08 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

11 am Baptisms - Congrats to the Genrich, Lowe, and Pfleka families!

Pick Up Basketball

6 pm H.S. Youth Group

Auction Meeting

Mon., 09/09 After Mass Reconciliation Until all are heard (Father Mike)

9 am International Rosary

6 pm CCW Fall Kick Off Meeting

7 pm Baptism Prep

7:30 pm Men’s Pick Up Basketball

Saint Peter

Claver, Pray for Us

Tue., 09/10 After Mass Reconciliation Until all are heard (Monsignor Reilly)

8:45 am School Picture Day

9 am Holy Hour of Reparation Rosary

9:15 am Bible Study

9:45 am Fruits of the Holy Spirit Mom’s Group

12:30 pm LCHS Student Visit to School

Wed., 09/11 9 am Staff Prayer

11 am ICMCF Dobie Road Mass (Father Mike)

3 pm All-School Rosary

5:30 pm Rosary

then 5:45 pm Our Mother of Perpetual Help Devotions

6:30 pm Eucharistic Adoration


7 pm K of C General Membership Meeting

7:30 pm Benediction

Thu., 09/12 After Mass Reconciliation Until all are heard (Father Mike)

9:30 am Rosary

10 am Prayer Quilt Ministry Open Meeting

6:30 pm Virtus Training

7 pm Choir Rehearsal

The Most

Holy Name of Mary,

Pray for Us

Fri., 09/13 After Mass Reconciliation Until all are heard (Father Mike)

9 am Rosary

Saint John

Pray for Us

Sat., 09/14 7:30 am Upper Room Men’s Prayer Group

3:30 - 4:30 pm Reconciliation (Father Mike)

Jesus Christ our Lord,

on the Exaltation

of the Holy Cross Pray for Us

Sun., 09/15 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Catechetical Sunday celebrated at Each Mass this Weekend

After All Masses St. Vincent de Paul Candle Sales

9 am 1 - 6 FF - Whole Family

10 am Toddler - K FF

11 am St. Vincent de Paul Open Meeting

Pick Up Basketball

6 pm H.S. Youth Group

Please pray for the Boehlert family as they journey to Spain

for Deacon Carl’s sabbatical year.

Sirach 3:17-18, 20 Luke 14:7-14

Chrysostom,


From Father Mike’s Desk

Well, here we are. A great priest is saying his last regularly scheduled Masses at Saint Martha this weekend. After each Mass, please stop by the new conference room and bid adieu to Father David. Tell him what his time here has meant to you and to the parish. I can sure say what it's meant to me. Remember, I'd been a priest for all of eleven months when assigned here. And I'm still only about three years from ordination. Being able to live with an experienced pastor -- a man of endless wisdom, ever open to the promptings of the Spirit -- has been an immense help. And, as you readily can imagine, his great intelligence, bountiful wit, and solid grounding made him a wonderful person with whom to share a home.

So where are we on priests to help here? While no other priest is being sent here at present, you will see some other priests helping out at Saint Martha in coming months. And I hope to find an energetic retired priest to come live here next year or the year after. Looking farther out, I can report that, a couple weekends ago, the Bishop held a Sunday gathering of men discerning the priesthood. Some were in high school, contemplating entering Saint John Vianney college seminary at Saint Thomas University in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Others were college students or college graduates, deciding whether to enter Sacred Heart Major Seminary in Detroit. The total gathering included 27 young men! The ones I already knew (including a young man from this parish), or whom I met there, were outstanding. Despite some of the challenges that Church faces (and what era has lacked challenges?), the future looks bright.

Speaking of the challenges facing the Church, we cannot ignore the lingering effects of the Scandal. While genuine and lasting progress has been made -- the Church has become a national leader in protecting young people -- even one incident of mistreatment of a child is way too many. Available at the exits for each parishioner is a free copy of Bishop Robert Barron's "Letter to a Suffering Church." In 105 concise pages, Bishop Barron forthrightly acknowledges the gravely sinful and utterly criminal nature of the misbehavior. He goes on to place the issue in a context that Catholic Christians can well understand. His five chapter titles are illuminative: 1. The Devil's Masterpiece 2. Light From Scripture 3. We Have Been Here Before 4. Why Should We Stay? 5. The Way Forward Bishop Barron's book is short, well written, and free. Please take one, and read it to its conclusion. Needless to say, feel free to come see me if you wish to talk about it (or anything else).

As summer gives way to early autumn, let's allow the Light of Christ to shine in our homes and in our hearts!

Did you Know:

Mass Intentions provide a more powerful prayer offering for those souls, and, “contribute to the good of the Church and by that offering share its concern to support its ministers and works” (CCC 945 §2).

To schedule Intentions, visit the Parish Office on weekdays or on Sundays between the morning Masses.

“Spiritually leadership is the power to change the

atmosphere by one’s presence,

the unconscious influence that makes Christ and spiritual

things real to others.”

- J. Oswald Sanders -

Offertory Contributions

4-Week Average: $17,953.88

Online Giving July: $28,242.00 August To Date: $22,499.00

Sunday, August 4: $14,749.50 Maintenance: $318.00




Visit www.st-martha.org for convenient and easy

online giving options! Thank You for your continued, faithful support of our Parish!

Come visit our Parish Library located inside the Parish Office, in our Saint Teresa Benedicta Room . It is filled with books, CDs, and DVDs to help build your Faith! You are invited to come browse and sign out items you would like to borrow in the Borrowing Log Book on Sundays between the 8 am and 10 am Masses or on weekdays (please call ahead to be sure it is available, as this space is also used for meetings).


Sister Anita’s Corner

God in your goodness, you have made a home for the forsaken … you are defender of those who are crying out …

May we find our strength within our blessing others.

You sent Jesus Christ your Son among us as redeemer and Lord. Jesus was moved with compassion for the poor and the powerless, for the sick and the sinner; he made himself neighbor to the oppressed and afflicted.

Blessed are you who look into the eyes of the abandoned and marginalized, and show them their worth. May we grow in sensitivity to others as they grapple with challenges and suffering. May we grow in serving and finding opportunities to serve those whom others do not even see.

Blessed are you who pray and work for peace in all areas of people’s lives. May we grow in generosity of mind and hands - putting forth creative ideas and up-lifting activities, projects and programs; discerning and doing.

Blessed are you who protect and care for our common home, Earth. May we grow together in responding to caring for our Home, Earth; fostering and allowing for sustaining life, diversity and beauty. May we grow as we go from challenge to challenge; willing to change our everyday practices so all may have life.

Blessed are you who bring their growing awareness into their prayer with our Loving God, allowing decisions and actions to be held in the embrace of doing God’s will. May we grow in knowing our own souls … the center of our love. May we grow in awareness of what others are doing with the power of the Spirit most Holy. May we center our life decisions, our vocation and our everydayness in listening for God’s voice and direction.

What is God blessing in you?

Need to Knows:

Do You have Questions about the Catholic Faith? Are you contemplating eternity? The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults, RCIA, is for anyone seeking baptism, entry into the Catholic Church, and for adult Catholics who haven’t received First Communion or Confirmation. If you were baptized in another faith, or were baptized Catholic and did not receive First Communion and or Confirmation, you are encouraged to join us! There are no commitments or obligations - this is simply the opportunity to find out what you need and want to know about the Catholic Faith so you can make an informed decision! One of the greatest things about our Faith is that we are all the same in God’s eyes - regardless of your history, we welcome you to the Catholic Church! Whether you’ve been Catholic your entire life, came into the church as an adult, or have yet to join the Church, we are all on a journey of faith, so let’s walk that journey together! Sessions began in October and continue past Easter; for more information and to attend, please contact Deacon Carl Boehlert at [email protected].

Our Local Pregnancy Resource Centers are in need of the following baby items: Regular/Gentle-Ease Enfamil/Store Formula

12-24 Month Small Toys Baby Powder Baby Wash Diaper Cream Baby Oil Wipes

Boys and Girls 24 month to 2T Clothes Infant and Double Strollers Pack ‘N Plays

Of course, all toiletries, and any gently used baby items are always welcome! There are bins at both Church entrances for your donations. For help with delivery, please call Liz Carls at 517-281-1451 or Soraya Nowland at 517-755-6909. Blessings!

If you have been abused or victimized

by someone representing the Catholic Church, please believe in the possibility for hope and help and healing. We encourage you to come forward and speak out. Every diocese in the United States now has a victim assistance coordinator who is available to obtain support for your needs, to help make a formal complaint of abuse to the diocese and to arrange a personal meeting with the bishop or his representative, if you desire. Our victim assistance coordinator is Cheryl Williams-Hecksel. She can be contacted at [email protected] or 888-308-6255. You may also report through the law enforcement hotline: Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 at 844-324-3374, or anytime to [email protected].

Year of Prayer: Forming Missionary Disciples Father, You invited each of us to share in the life and ministry of Your Son, Jesus. Send Your Holy Spirit to form our Parish as a community of missionary disciples. Teach us how to hear Jesus, to love Jesus, and to share Your gift of salvation with everyone we meet. Through the witness and intercession of Mary, guide me to deepen my commitment as a disciple of Jesus. Lead our Parish to grow as an intentional community, committed to go and announce the Gospel of the Lord. We ask these blessing in the name of Your Son, Jesus Christ. Amen.

mailto:[email protected]


Faith Formation

“As the Family goes, so goes the Nation and the Whole World in which we live.” Saint John Paul the Great

Child and Family Ministries Jackie Rosalez, Director

[email protected]

Youth and Young Adult Ministries Jarrid Thelen, Director

[email protected]

Child and Family Faith Formation: September Calendar It is not too late to register - forms are available outside of the Faith Formation Office and on our website.

Grades PreK through K: Sunday mornings during the 10 am Mass - September 15, 22, and 29 Grades 1 through 6: Sunday mornings from 9 to 9:50 am - September 15 (Whole Family - meet downstairs in the Parish Hall), 22, and 29 Grades 1 through 6: Wednesdays at either 4:30 to 5:30 pm or 6 to 7 pm - September 18 (Whole Family - meet downstairs in the Parish Hall) and 25 Confirmation Prep 1 and 2: Sunday evenings from 6 to 8 pm - September 22 and October 6 (Confirmation 2 parents and students will attend the 5 pm Mass and class from 6 to 8 pm together - this is required).

Middle School Hayride, Bonfire and S’mores!! Saturday, September 21 from 6:30 to 8 PM

Meet us at Tannenbaum Farms on Sandhill Rd. All youth in grades 6, 7, and 8 are invited to join us. The cost is only $7 per person and even includes a pumpkin to take home! Permission slips are required and are due by Thursday, September 19. They can be found on our website or in the Faith Formation Office. Chaperones are always welcome and needed. If you are interested or need more information, please email or call Jackie or Jarrid.

Ever wonder what the Catholic Faith is all about? Interested in finding out more??

Join us on Sunday, September 22 from 6 to 8 pm for a very informal and informative introduction to the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA). There is no commitment, this is just a chance to come and see if now is the time for you to begin the journey of growing in your relationship with Christ which may lead to Baptism and Confirmation in the Catholic Faith at the Easter Vigil in April. We have

a great team of leaders ready to guide you with stories of how and why they entered the Church, teachings from scripture and how our Bible is so alive and relevant today, as well as the amazing gift of our Catholic Sacraments and Traditions. We will meet in the Saint Kateri Room (just across from the back entrances to the church near the stairway). Look for signs and come and join us. If you would like more information, email Clinton Warren at [email protected] or call the Parish Office.

High School Youth Group is Back for the Fall!!! Every teen is already a member, so come and check it out!

We meet each Sunday beginning September 8 from 6 to 8 pm in our Conference Room. We have food, good times with friends, old and new and a great chance to talk about how our Faith fits in with our real lives. Parents, this is the age our children really need to work on taking the strong foundation that we gave them as children and build on it making their faith their own. Talking and sharing with other teens in their same stage of life is so important and vital in making this happen. Remember, when we get to heaven, God isn’t going to care how good of a soccer player we are or what grade we got on our SAT, He is going to ask us if we put Him first. And as parents, He is going to ask us if we did our very best to get our children to heaven.



Andrea Patton, School Principal 517-349-3322 Contact Us

[email protected] Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 3:30 pm Office Hours

Lynn Collom, School Secretary Monday through Friday, 8 to 11:30 am 1/2 Day PreK [email protected] Monday through Friday, 8 am to 3:30 pm Full Day PreK and K through 8

In a loving, nurturing, Christ-like environment, Saint Martha School guides each student to develop his or her unique ability and potential through prayer, study, and service.

Saturday November 2, 2019 6 pm

MSU Spartan Stadium’s Huntington Club

On November 2, our live and silent auctions will be filled with procured items, as well as donations from our school and parish families. We ask that all parish families support the auction by procuring or purchasing at least one new, unused item to be auctioned off in either our live or silent stores.

For your convenience, following is a list of items that typically sell well on auction night:

Electronics Family Experiences/Trips

Food/Drink Packages (Including Wine/Alcohol)

Gift Cards Golf Packages

Grill/Meat Packages Hotel Stays

Small Appliances Spa/Salon Gift Certificates

Sports Gear Sports Tickets

The success of our auction is dependent on the generous support of our entire parish. Please consider helping us build our auction stores with fun and unique items that will entice buyers and add to the overall success of this wonderful fundraiser! As a reminder, proceeds from this event will directly benefit the religious education and faith formation of our parish youth.

Donations can be dropped off in the parking lot on:

Sunday, September 8 after 5 pm Mass

Wednesday, September 11 at 3:30 pm

Wednesday, September 25 at 3:30 pm

Sunday, September 29 after 10 am Mass

Please look for Katina Miller in the parking lot; she will be at her van with signs and the tailgate open!

If you have questions regarding donations or need to arrange for alternate drop-off dates, please contact auction co-chair Bonnie Maluchnik at 517-643-6074 or [email protected].



Our Parish and Ministry Events and Offerings visit us at www.st-martha.org for more details on these and other great Parish services and events!

Do you want to stay more connected to the happenings of Saint Martha? Join our Parish App! Just text the word App to 88202 or visit your App store, to download myparishapp on your smart phone. Then pick Saint Martha as your Parish!

Prayers for Morning Offering: our Rosary Groups, evangelization Team, and many others continue to offer their days. September is for our Music Ministry, specifically our cantors, choirs, and new Music Director Michael Garnett and his family - welcome home, Michael, Katey, and family! In addition we are all asked to continue praying daily for our priests. We are grateful for their work and many sacrifices that bring us Jesus in the Mass and Sacraments. If you would like a picture copy of the morning offering prayer card, please email [email protected]

All women with children are invited to join our newly formed Regional Mom’s

Group. We are meeting THIS Thursday, September 5 at 7 pm in our Conference Room. Come meet women from all over the area as we share the joys of motherhood together. For more informaiton, contact Jenny Ingles at [email protected]

Upper Room Men’s Prayer Group: EVERY Saturday at 7:30 am. All men are encouraged to join us for an hour of prayer for those in need of healing, and to reflect on the Word of God as revealed by the daily readings. If you would like someone to pray one-on-one with you, please email [email protected] with Attn. Frank Fortier or Mike Siminski in the subject line.

Auction Meeting at 6 pm NEXT Sunday, September 8 in our Hall: all are encouraged to attend and find out what you can do to make this year’s Auction a raving success!

Saint Martha CCW: Mark Your Calendars for our kick off fall meeting NEXT Monday, September 9!

6 pm Rosary in our Chapel 6:30 pm Social Time and Snacks in our Hall

then 7 pm Meeting and Presentation in our Hall Our CCW will start the new meeting year off with a presentation about the amazing stained glass windows and wood carvings of our Church. CCW Vice President Anne Readett will talk about the Rose Window, the Gallery of Saints, and other stained glass features as well as the wood carvings. All women are invited to attend. Please bring a friend if you are able, and a snack to share!

Tuesday Morning Bible Study is back and all are welcome to join us! Our next Bible Study begins

NEXT Tuesday, September 10 from 9:15 to 10 am. This is a casual study that is relaxing yet challenges each of us to grow in our knowledge and faith in the Lord. We will use Dr. Sri’s Biblical Walk Through the Mass for the first 5 weeks, then use several different study books through-out the school year. This study includes a workbook, a book to read if you chose and a DVD series to watch. To register and to order your workbook, please use this link https://study.ascensionpress.com/studies/40425 /registrations/new. If you have any questions, contact Jackie Rosalez at [email protected] or 517-349-1763.

Fruits of the Spirit Mom’s Group: All moms and future moms are invited to join us every other Tuesday Morning from 9:45 to 11:30 am, starting NEXT Tuesday, September 10 in the Conference Room by the School entrance. This is a fun time for us to get together and break open the Word of God and find out how it fits into our busy family life. This is a very relaxed and enjoyable time, so grab your cup of coffee and meet us there. We do not offer child-care, but all children are always welcome to come along. For more information, call the par-ish office at 349-1763.

We are excited to announce that Dynamic Catholic and Dr. Allen Hunt are coming to Saint Martha with the event Find Your Greatness! Dynamic Catholic events are not just about feeling. They are about doing. They don’t just give you something to think about. They give you a plan. They help you make your life work better. Together with several local parishes, we are excited to bring this life changing event to our community on Saturday, April 25! Tickets are available starting NEXT week, September 12 on DynamicCatholic.com - and until Sunday, September 15 only, you can buy tickets for an Early Bird Special rate of $19. This is a 25% discount, so mark your calendar now to take advantage of this limited time offer.

This is an event you do not want to miss! We can’t wait to help you find your greatness!


Do You Need a ride to Masses and events? Local area CATA services can help!

Call 517-394-2282 for information on Curb-to-Curb service Redi-Rides, and Spec-Tran for those with special ride needs. Discount fares are also available for individuals over 62 and those with a current ADA card.

Catholic Biblical School of Michigan Journey through the Bible with a new weekly class from 7 to 9 pm beginning Monday, September 16. With live teaching from seminary-level faculty, this class offers an in-depth and relevant study of the entire Bible, starting in 2019-20 with the Old Testament . Through donations, CBSM is open to all regardless of ability to contribute. Sign up by THIS Monday, September 4 online at cbsmich.org/register, or by contacting Colleen at [email protected] 586-438-3085.

Loss of a Spouse on Tuesday, September 17 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm in our Hall. Are you grieving the death of a spouse, or do you know someone who is? Life has changed forever. The daily emotions and challenges can seem to hard to bear. Find help at this special seminar, where you will learn:

What to expect in the days, weeks, and months after the loss

The surprising emotional, physical, and spiritual effects of loss

The challenges surviving spouses face, and how to cope with them

Why it won’t always hurt this much

Your Journey from Mourning to Joy: 6:30 to 8:30 pm on Tuesdays, September 24 through December 17. Our Grief Outreach Ministry announces a 13-week program for those who have suffered the loss of a loved one featuring biblical, Christ-centered teaching that focuses on grief topics. The DVD seminar features nationally respected grief experts and real-life stories, followed by a small group discussion about what was viewed. Past participants have related how helpful the information and follow-up discussions were to them. Your bereavement experience may be recent or not so recent. Either way, you will find encouragement, comfort, and help in grieving the death of a spouse, child, parent, sibling, other family member, or friend. No matter what the cause of your loved one’s death, this is an opportunity to be around people who understand what you are feeling. You will learn valuable information about how to face your new normal in life while renewing a sense of hope for the future.

There is no cost or registration to attend Grief Support programs. With questions, contact Lori at 517-449-3485 or [email protected].

Additional Ways to Support Saint Martha

School Scrip is now cashless! Sign up online at www.shopwithscrip.com using the enrollment code EF575C412L1, then place orders and pay online. Orders are still available for pickup on Thursdays in the School Office, or order instant scrip and start shopping right away! With questions, please call the School Office.

If you shop with Amazon, You can help our School: just access Amazon by clicking on the Amazon picture located on our website’s School page. Then shop as normal - our code is in the link, so it automatically gives us a rebate!

Do You have one of these cards? You can help simply by linking it to our School! It costs you nothing, and our School receives 1% of all your purchases! Simply log in to your Kroger Plus

account, search for Community Rewards, find St. Martha School, and click the link. It’s as simple as that! IF you have any trouble, contact Kroger support at 1-800-KROGERS. Thank you all for your continued support of Catholic education!

Youth Scholarship Program: further our Youth Programs by setting up your recurring online Sunday donation! Did you know that we receive $200 for every 25 new recurring online givers? The more recurring gifts, the more scholarship money for our youth program! Visit our website and set up your recurring gift to help our Parish AND our youth programs!

Martha's Meals: Do you know anyone in need of temporary meals due to the arrival of a new baby, injury or surgery, etc.? To set up a meal schedule for one of our wonderful cooks to help your family, please

contact Laura Elias at 517-230-5218 or [email protected].



BE Love Revolution: BE His, BE Free, BE Love. THIS Wednesday, September 4, 6:30 to 8:30 pm

in the Saint John Paul II Room of Resurrection Parish BLR is a movement that accompanies young women on their journey of faith so that they have the opportunity to experience the love of God and to be His presence of love to others. Bi-weekly meetings include praise and worship, a talk, small groups, and snacks and fellowship. All high school ladies are welcome to attend, with college age women encouraged to come help. Please email [email protected] with questions, and visit beloverevolution.com to learn more.

i.d. 9:16 - young adults in your 20s and 30s THIS Friday, September 5 at 6:30 pm

Saint Mary Cathedral, Lansing Join us for Mass in the basement (accessible on the south side - look for the Crypt entrance), followed by dinner and a talk given by Emily Burak. This is the second of a four part series on the Beatitudes. Throughout the Gospels, we see Jesus mourn both those who suffer and die, and those who do not love and serve God. We are called to do the same, and Emily Burak has lived a life consistent with both realities of mourning. i.d. 9:16 is a community of young adults, single, married, or in any vocation, seeking to be formed as intentional disciples of Jesus Christ. Children are welcome, and childcare is available. To find out more about our group and to RSVP, visit our Facebook group "i.d. 916 Lansing" and RSVP on the event there, or email us at [email protected]. You can also visit our website, www.id916.com for more information.

13th Annual Golf Fore Giving Charity Event THIS Friday, September 6 at 8 am

Wheatfield Valley Golf Course in Williamston Tee off ‘fore’ a great cause! This charity event helps Cristo Rey Church continue to serve those in need in the greater Lansing community. The day includes coffee and donuts, access to the putting green, contest and raffle ticket sales, 18-hole scramble, lunch at the turn, and an concluding awards ceremony with steak and pasta dinner. For more information and to register, please call Cristo Rey at 517-253-8250 or search Golf Fore Giving on Facebook.

85th Annual Ox Roast Festival NEXT Friday, September 6 to Sunday, September 8

Church of the Resurrection, Lansing The weekend’s menu features the original Ox Roast sandwich with sides, delicious homemade soup, and baked goods. Raffles, Silent Auction, hourly 50/50 drawings, Children’s Games, a Pub for adults, and Live Entertainment complete the event. For full details, call 517-482-4749 or visit https://corlansing.org.

Meet our Parish Room’s Patron Saints: Blessed Solanus Casey, O.F.M. Cap.

Bernard Francis “Barney” Casey was born on a family farm Oak Grove, Wisconsin on November 25, 1870. His parents were Irish immigrants, and Barney was the sixth of sixteen children. The family moved several times, and Barney left home at 17 to begin working. After a variety of jobs in Wisconsin and Minnesota, he entered the seminary of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee. He struggled with the course-work and was told that he should instead consider joining a religious order. He found his way to Detroit, where he joined the Order of Friars Minor Capuchin (the Capuchin Franciscans) in 1897. He was given the religious name of Solanus, after Francisco Solano y Jiménez, O.F.M., a Franciscan saint who died in South America in the early 1600s.

Solanus again struggled in his studies, with the eventual result that he was ordained a “simplex priest” in 1904. A “simplex priest” (this category no longer exists in the Church) could say Mass, but could not preach or hear Confessions. After several assignments in and around New York City, he was transferred in 1924 to Saint Bonaventure on Mount Elliott Street in Detroit, where he stayed until 1945. During that time, Father Solanus served as the porter (doorkeeper and receptionist) of the Franciscan house. He also helped found the Capuchin Soup Kitchen, which continues to this day its ministry of feeding the poor.

Unable to preach or hear Confessions, Father Solanus conducted prayer services for the sick and conversed with persons who stopped by Mount Elliott Street to talk with him. His own prayer life was centered on Eucharistic, and he would spend long evening hours before the Tabernacle. Over the years, it became evident that, with the prayers and intercession of Father Solanus, the Lord was working miraculous cures and accomplishing other great wonders.

In failing health, Father Solanus spent several years to Hunting-ton, Indiana, before returning to Detroit in 1956. On July 31, 1957, at the age of 86, Father Solanus died in Room 305 of Saint John Hospital on Moross Road in Detroit. It has been estimated that 20,000 people walked past his casket as he awaited funeral and burial. Today, he is buried at the Father Solanus Casey Center on Mount Elliott Street in Detroit. His 2017 beatification at Ford Field in Detroit was attended by about 60,000 people.

Across the Diocese For more family friendly events in our Diocese

visit www.dioceseoflansing.org/events or www.catholiceventfinder.org (search Lansing)

http://beloverevolution.com

http://www.id916.com


Come Celebrate Sister Judy Blake’s of Flint’s St. Luke N.E.W. Life Center

40th Anniversary of Religious Profession NEXT Sunday, September 8 with 11 am Mass then reception

at St. John Vianney in Flint You are invited to this wonderful celebration of Sister Judy’s 40 years of faithful service! No RSVP necessary; all are welcome!

Cub Scouts and BSA Recruitment Night Monday, September 9 at 6 pm

Basement at Saint Casimir Parish, Lansing Is your son interested in outdoor activities and Catholic family scouting? Come check out these unique troops that combine prayer, special activities, religious awards, service work with the regular BSA camping, badges, and outdoor activities. Contact Carrie Guzman at 517-505-0329 or [email protected], or Cathy Flaga at 517-281-7053 or [email protected] for full information and with questions about Pack 222.

Hot Food & Hot Topics “Paris to Pittsburgh” film

Monday, September 9 at 6 pm Parish Hall at Saint Therese Parish, Lansing

Saint Therese’s Social Ministries Commission is partnering with Pax Christi Lansing to show this National Geographic - Bloomberg Philanthropies documentary that shines a light on the many forgotten communities and people in our country who have been affected by climate change, as well as solutions for how we can respond and reduce our carbon footprint. For all of us who breathe air and drink water, this is a “must see.” Pizza, popcorn, and soda provided.

Fall Festival Saturday, September 14 from 6 to 11 pm

Pavilion at Saint Peter Parish in Eaton Rapids ALL are invited to this family fun celebration of fall! The menu includes steak, burgers, hot dogs, all the sides, caramel apples, fall pies, soda, water, beer, and wine. Live entertainment by The New Originals, with a Water to Wine Basket Raffle complete the evening. Pre-sale raffle tickets are available by calling Saint Peter at 517-663-4735. Entrance is free; all ages welcome!

Shared Pregnancy Golf Scramble Saturday, September 21 at 9 am

College Fields Golf Course in Okemos You’re invited to this annual fundraiser that includes continental breakfast, lunch at the turn, gift bag, and prizes. Registration is $75 for individual and $300 for 4-some. Come support Shared Pregnancy so they can continue helping women in unexpected pregnancies and walking alongside families with young children. Visit www.sharedpregnancy.org/events for more information.

WWME Weekends September 27 to September 29 in Detroit November 15 to November 17 in Adrian

Did you know that 98% of couples who attend a World Wide Mar-riage Encounter weekend stay together? To refresh your Faith and invest in your marriage, please call Chris and Darla Vinton at 269-953-8287 or visit www.wwme.org.

Attention all High School Seniors: Ave Maria University near Naples, FL is offering the Michigan Scholarship ($28,000 over 4 years) and the Michigan Homeschool Scholarship ($36,000 over 4 years) to local Catholic students, making an authentic Catholic college education truly affordable. You are also invited to the 2019 AMU Michigan Fly-In, a FREE college visit to AMU including airfare, lodging, food, etc. Limited spots are available between Thursday, October 1 and Sunday, November 3! For more information, visit www.avemariafoundation.org.

Father Tad Pacholczyk, Ph.D. presents Making Sense of Bioethics

Tuesday, October 8 from 1 to 3 pm and 7 to 9 pm at Saint Thomas This nationally renowned Pro-LIFE speaker will present two powerful talks - End of Life Decision Making: Physician Assisted Suicide, Euthanasia, Pain Management, and Hospice and Beginning of Life Issues: In Vitro Fertilization and Assisted Reproductive Technologies and Human Embryos. With questions, please contact Maureen Dillon at [email protected].

Upper Michigan Pilgrimage of Historic Churches, Monasteries, Shrines Monday, October 7 to Friday, October 11

There are a few spaces left for this wonderful local trip; call Michael Semaan at 248-250-6005.

Welcome the Stranger Among Us Friday, October 11

The immigration issue has become a critical topic in our nation - new laws, deportations, families being separated, unaccompanied children, I.C.E. raids, caravans of Hispanic fleeing to the U.S., and more. It is natural to have mixed feelings knowing that many enter the U.S. illegally but at the same time knowing that Holy Mother Church teaches us to welcome our neighbor - just as Joseph and Mary experienced when they fled to Egypt to protect baby Jesus from Herod. This Diocesan conference will sensitize and inform attendees about the reality of immigration in our Diocese, from the perspective of the Catholic Faith, to provide us with the tools to bring Pastoral Care and protection to immigrants. ALL interested in learning more about welcoming refugees and immigrants are encouraged to attend. To register, visit https://welcomethestranger.eventbee.com.

Steve and Jenni Angrisano Mission Sunday, October 13 to Tuesday, October 15

Saint Gerard Parish, Lansing Join Catholic Parent Revival leaders to grow as God’s family, nurturing faith in others and grow in faith ourselves. Visit stgerard.org/parish-mission.

http://www.sharedpregnancy.org/events

Mass Opportunities

Saturday 5 pm

Sunday 8 am, 10 am, 5 pm

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8:30 am

Wednesday 6 pm

Reconciliation Opportunities

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday following 8:30 am Mass until all are heard

Wednesday 6:45 to 7:15 pm

Saturday 3:30 to 4:30 pm

Other times By Appointment

Lent & Advent Announced as Scheduled

Prayer Opportunities

Monday 9 am International Rosary

Tuesday 9 am Holy Hour of Reparation Rosary

Wednesday 5:30 pm Rosary

5:45 pm Our Mother of Perpetual Help Devotions

following 6:30 pm Mass - Adoration until 7:30 pm Benediction

Thursday, Friday 9 am Rosary

Parish Mission Statement

Called by a loving God to be a Holy, Catholic people, and guided by the Holy Spirit, we work to live the Gospel of Jesus Christ. We worship, celebrate, teach, and offer support to our Parish Family with our talents and resources. Through charity and justice, we aspire to serve our community and world.

Office Hours Monday through Friday 9 am to 5 pm Sunday between 8 am and 10 am Masses

General Parish Information Registrations and Information Updates can be done online by following the link on our website to My Own Church, or in person at the Parish Office.

Religious Education instills in your children a sense of awe and wonder, and a knowledge and deep commitment to the love of God in Christ Jesus. We seek to teach as Jesus taught and nurture the Faith that parents as the primary educators are instilling in their children. Classes are provided for kids in Pre-K through 12th grades. To register, please contact Jackie.

Prayer Corner individuals remain on the list for 8 weeks; contact the Office to be added to the prayer corner and/or chain, and to continue beyond 8 weeks.

Military Individuals for Prayer remain on the list until we are notified of their return home.

Bulletin Articles must be submitted for approval in writing by Noon on the Thursday two weeks prior to the weekend you would like your information included, via email to IvyLynn.

Sacramental Information Baptisms are celebrated the 2nd Sundays monthly after 10 am Mass, and Preparation Classes are held on the 2nd Mondays monthly at 7 pm. Contact the Parish Office to register.

Anointing of the Sick and Communion to Shut Ins are available by contacting the Parish Office.

Marriages must begin to be arranged with the Priest at least 9 months ahead. Contact the Parish Office to begin arrangements.

The Adult Sacrament of Initiation (RCIA) is for anyone who is considering becoming Catholic or who has questions about our Catholic faith. Please contact Deacon Carl Boehlert for more information.

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